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Echo CS-370 Operator's Manual

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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
READ THE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY AND FOLLOW THE
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION.
FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.
ECHO POWER EQUIPMENT (CANADA)
501 Newbold Street, London, Ontario Canada N6E 1K4

CHAIN SAW

CS-370
WARNING
Printed in Japan 0601Lr 0067 ES
X750-008 75 0
X750 325-020 0

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  • Page 1: Chain Saw

    OPERATOR’S MANUAL READ THE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY AND FOLLOW THE RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY. ECHO POWER EQUIPMENT (CANADA) 501 Newbold Street, London, Ontario Canada N6E 1K4 CHAIN SAW CS-370 WARNING Printed in Japan 0601Lr 0067 ES...

  • Page 2: Rules For Safe Operation

    10. Beware of carbon monoxide poisoning. Operate the chain saw in well-ventilated areas only. Copyright © 2005 CS-370 11. Do not attempt a pruning or liming operation in a standing tree unless specifically trained to do so. 12. Guard against kickback. Kickback is the...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Ignoring these prohibitions can result in serious or fatal injury. NOTE This enclosed message provides tips for use, care and maintenance of the unit. IMPORTANT The enclosed message provides information necessary for the protection of the unit. CS-370...

  • Page 4: Nomenclature Of Parts

    Pour un travail en sécurité, respectez toutes les règles de sécurité et les indications du manuel d’utilisation. (Le manuel d’utilisation est disponibile chez votre agent ECHO.) Tenez fermement la tronçonneuse des deux mains. Part Number X505-000460 POUR ÉVITER LES REBONDISSEMENTS 1.
  • Page 5 24. Ignition switch - Device for connecting and disconnecting the ignition system and thus allowing the engine to be started or stopped. CS-370...

  • Page 6: Operator Safety

    “Z 87” stamped on them. • Wear hearing protection. If this guideline is not followed, hearing loss can occur. ECHO recommends wearing hearing protection at all times. WEAR PROPER CLOTHING • Snug fitting durable clothing should be worn. Pants should have long legs, DO NOT WEAR SHORTS.

  • Page 7: Correct Use Of Chain Brake

    Reduced radius belongs on top ensure that your chain saw conforms to the required safety standard. ECHO chain brakes have been designed and tested to comply with international safety standards as follows. Canada : CSA Standard Z 62.1, : ANSI Standard B175.1-2000 CSA Z 62.1 STIPULATES THAT THE BRAKE...

  • Page 8: Preparation For Use

    Kick Guard Recess (E) Nut (F) Brake lever (Front hand guard) Brake connector Clutch cover Two nuts CS-370 PREPARATION FOR USE SAW CHAIN IS SHARP! ALWAYS WEAR GLOVES WHEN HANDLING ASSEMBLY, OTHERWISE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY MAY RESULT. KICK GUARD INSTRUCTIONS Tools Needed: Two 11 mm Wrenches.

  • Page 9: Adjusting Chain Tension

    5. Pull the chain around the bar by hand. Loosen the adjustment if you feel tight spots. 6. When chain is properly tensioned, tighten clutch cover nuts securely - 20 to 23 N·m (200 to 230 kgf·cm). 7. Keep chain properly tensioned at all times. WARNING CS-370...

  • Page 10: Fuel And Lubricant

    IMPORTANT ECHO premium Power Blend™ Universal 2- Stroke Oil may be mixed at 50 : 1 ratio for application in all ECHO engines sold in the past regardless of ratio specified in those manuals. DANGER FUEL IS VERY FLAMMABLE. USE EXTREME...

  • Page 11: Operation

    • Do not use used or reclaimed oil to avoid various oiler problems. • Use ECHO bar and chain oil. • When ECHO bar and chain oil is not available: Use motor oil, etc. • Use bar and chain oil of the following grades: SAE No.

  • Page 12: When The Engine Is Warm

    Throttle trigger Starter handle Release chain brake Choke control knob OPEN CHOKE Release chain brake CS-370 WHEN THE ENGINE IS HARD TO Chain brake START Make sure bar and chain are free from any obstruction when starting the saw. • Move chain brake lever fully forward to engage chain brake before starting.

  • Page 13: Checking Chain Tension

    “STOP” position. NOTE If engine does not stop, pull choke control knob out fully to stop engine. Return the unit to your authorized ECHO dealer to check and repair stop switch before starting the engine again. CHECKING CHAIN TENSION •...

  • Page 14: Cutting Instruction

    CUTTING INSTRUCTION Kickback CS-370 GENERAL CAUTION • Read the ECHO “CHAIN SAW SAFETY MANUAL” included with your chain saw for additional cutting and safety instructions. • Wear suitable hearing protective device such as earmuffs or earplugs to protect against objectionable or uncomfortable loud noises.

  • Page 15: Felling The Tree

    Then remove the saw for the second cut. Insert the saw in the first cut, very carefully so as not to cause kickback. The final cut is made by drawing the saw forward in the cut to reach the hinge. CS-370...
  • Page 16 Uphill position Finish cut First cut CS-370 LIMBING Limbing a fallen tree is much the same as bucking. Never remove a limb from a tree while it is supporting your weight. When limbing, caution is the word. Be careful of the tip touching other limbs.

  • Page 17: Chain Brake Operation

    Immediately release the throttle trigger. WARNING IF THE CHAIN DOES NOT STOP IMMEDIATELY, RETURN THE SAW TO YOUR AUTHORIZED ECHO DEALER FOR REPAIR. NOTE • For practice, while cutting a small tree, push the lever forward to engage the brake.

  • Page 18: Automatic Chain Brake

    Plug Cold weather “storage” position Warm weather position CS-370 AUTOMATIC CHAIN BRAKE Kickback produced from the tip of the guide bar will trip the automatic chain brake. To make sure that the automatic chain brake operates properly, follow these steps: 1.

  • Page 19: Maintenance And Care

    Correct idle speed is adjusted 2,400 to 2,900 r/min. Or 1/4 turn CCW from the point the chain stops moving. When there is some trouble with the carburetor, contact your dealer. CS-370...

  • Page 20: Check Fuel System

    Cleaner cover knob Spark plug Cylinder cover 0.6 to 0.7 mm CS-370 AIR FILTER Air cleaner cover • Check before every use. • Loosen cleaner cover knob and remove air cleaner cover and filter. • Brush off dust lightly, or clean with compressed air, or replace the air filter.

  • Page 21: Fuel Filter

    SPROCKET • The damaged sprocket will cause premature damage or wear of saw chain. - When the sprocket has worn out 0.5 mm or more, replace it. • Check sprocket when you install new chain. Replace it if worn. CS-370...

  • Page 22: Setting The Saw Chain

    Right hand cutter Sharpen lower edge Keep this angle Push file as shown 90° Hold the file horizontally CS-370 Preset tie strap Guard link Important points for proper maintenance of saw chain: • Keep the cutters sharp at all times.
  • Page 23 - If the saw chain becomes soiled with resin, for instance, clean it with kerosene and soak in it oil. NOTE These angles are referred to as Oregon 91P and 91VG. To sharpen other follow chain manufacturer’s Parallel instruction. CS-370...

  • Page 24: Chain And Guide Bar Combination

    CHAIN AND GUIDE BAR COMBINATION The following combinations are recommended to the model CS-370. Guide Bar Length mm (in.) 356 (14) @ 406 (16) 457 (18) @ Standard configuration CS-370 ECHO Part No. Double Guard 14A0CD3752 9.53 (3/8) 16A0CD3757 9.53 (3/8) 18A0CD3762 9.53 (3/8)

  • Page 25: Service Guide

    • • • • • • NO MAINTENANCE REQUIRED FOR COIL AND FLYWHEEL IMPORTANT Time intervals shown are maximum. Actual use and your experience will determine the frequency of required maintenance. • • • • • • • • CS-370...

  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    CYLINDER PLUG HOLE, OTHERWISE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY MAY RESULT. Remedy • Clean or replace • Clean • Ask your ECHO dealer • Ask your ECHO dealer • Open choke • Clean/replace air filter • Adjust carburetor • Ask your ECHO dealer •...

  • Page 27: Storage After Use

    Flywheel magneto: CDI system NGK BPMR8Y Recoil starter Automatic centrifugal clutch 50 : 1 ratio with ECHO Power Blend™ two-stroke, air-cooled engine oil. 89 octane unleaded. Do not use fuel containing methyl alcohol, more than 10 % ethyl alcohol or 15 % MTBE.
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